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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · 1d

A huge thank you to everyone who has applied to become a Curlew Action ambassador. The team will shortly be going through the amazing applications and getting in touch with everyone.

We can't wait to announce our new ambassadors!

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · 3d

If you're local to Clevedon, Somerset, then why not pop down to see Mary Colwell talking about engaging with nature at this free Autumn lecture.

📍 Clevedon School
📆 21st October, 6pm

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · 5d

Getting ready for the colder weather?

You can be prepared with a brand new Curlew Action beanie (text on the hat you receive will be fully orange) not yet available for general sale, but available to purchase through our Aviva Fundraiser!

www.avivacommunityfund.co.uk/p/curlew-fie...

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · 5d

Mary will be giving a lecture on Saturday in Machynlleth. To book tickets, click the link below:

moma.cymru/e/darlith-co...

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · 10d

Our wonderful manager Flo Black bourn presented at the International Wader Study Group Conference in Groningen today about what Curlew conservation has taught her.

We look forward to seeing you all at the European Fieldworkers Workshop in 2026!

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · 10d

Last week, our director, Mary Colwell, spoke at Mount Kelly School in Tavistock, who are incorporating nature into life at the school.

Mary delivered a lecture on Nature Connection and Green Career Opportunities to spark curiosity in the minds of the students.

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · 11d

How would a Curlew wear clothes? 🤔
A few of you asked for Curlew shorts, and we delivered!

You too can look as cool as this Curlew, head to our merch shop now!
curlew-action.teemill.com/product/curl...

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · 12d

Our manager, Flo, is in Groningen for the International Wader Study Group Conference and is pictured here with Owen Murphy from Breeding Waders EIP in Ireland!

If you're there this weekend then say hello and chat all things Curlew! You can also ask Flo about our European Fieldworkers Workshop.

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · 13d

Our director, Mary Colwell, has written in The Guardian about the uncertain future of curlews and the debate around fox culls.

That includes measures to address damaging agricultural activities, habitat loss, disturbance and targeted, evidence based predator control.

The curlew’s uncertain future and the use of fox culls | Letters

Letter: The organisations I represent are not calling for widespread culls of foxes and crows, but targeted action is required in many areas, says Mary Colwell

www.theguardian.com

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · 13d

Want to work with Curlews?
The RSPB are hiring a Curlew Project Officer in North Wales!

A chance to work on the frontlines of Curlew conservation, monitoring, protecting, and restoring habitat for this iconic bird.

👉 Apply now via RSPB Careers:

buff.ly/kR5vMzN

Project Officer - The Curlews Call (Fixed Term) | RSPB

Are you a dedicated conservationist, able to rise to the challenge of saving a culturally important species from the brink of extinction? We are offering an exciting opportunity to work at the…

app.vacancy-filler.co.uk

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · 14d

This fabulous sculpture was made by ceramicist, Sarah Brabbin, especially for Curlew Action. There is only one of these special Curlews available.

Head to the fundraiser page now to check out all of the available rewards.

www.avivacommunityfund.co.uk/p/curlew-fie...

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · 15d

Want to be a Curlew Ambassador? There is still time to get your applications in! Applications will close on 6 October.

Get in touch at [email protected] if you have any questions.

buff.ly/nGDW6vj

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · 16d

Join us on 22 October for our next webinar where we will hear a round up of the UK Curlew breeding season. Please share with anyone who you feel may be interested in attending.

Tickets are available now:

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/webinar-uk...

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · 20d

Visit this link to grab your tickets and explore the other rewards available (tickets available from 5pm on Sunday):

www.avivacommunityfund.co.uk/p/curlew-fie...

Saving Curlews and Building Nature-Rich Landscapes

#StrongerCommunities 💛 To support anyone working on Curlew conservation by sharing fresh ideas, creating nature-rich landscapes and tackling climate change.

www.avivacommunityfund.co.uk

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · 20d

These have been kindly donated by David Gray to help us to fundraise towards our 2026 European Curlew Fieldworker Workshop. (Tickets must both be for the same show.)

Be quick though, as we only have two pairs available. Don't forget, any donations made will be doubled by the Aviva Community Fund!

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · 20d

On Sunday at 5pm, we will be adding tickets to see our Patron & Ambassador, David Gray, at a UK show of your choice on his 2026 summer UK tour to our Aviva Community Fundraiser! Two donation incentives, each with two tickets to your choice of show, will be up for grabs for £250 per incentive.

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · 20d

And don't forget that every donation made with be DOUBLED by Aviva!
www.avivacommunityfund.co.uk/p/curlew-fie...

Saving Curlews and Building Nature-Rich Landscapes

#StrongerCommunities 💛 To support anyone working on Curlew conservation by sharing fresh ideas, creating nature-rich landscapes and tackling climate change.

www.avivacommunityfund.co.uk

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · 20d

Exciting news! We have brand new incentives added to our Aviva Community Fundraiser. Check out these high quality reproduction prints, kindly donated by artist, Alex Parker, Eyvi Studio.

Alex has written a blog about the creation of the Curlew prints, check it out now
www.eyvi.co.uk/blogs/news/c...

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · 23d

The recording of our latest webinar, Curlews and Climate Change, is now available on on YouTube channel.

Please share it with anyone you think may be interested in watching it!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=eO8Z...

📷 Tom Tams

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · 27d

Do you know of any Curlew based work opportunities?

Please send them in our direction so we can highlight them in our next newsletter and across our social media platforms!

Send them to [email protected]

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · 29d

Good news! We have added more beautiful artwork to our Aviva match fundraiser.

These pieces were kindly donated by our friend, artist Liz Toole and can be yours today! But hurry, there is only one of each available!

Any donations raised will be matched: www.avivacommunityfund.co.uk/p/curlew-fie...

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · Sep 8

Stephanie Smith is soon to be exhibiting her striking Curlew-inspired sculptures at the prestigious Royal Society of Marine Artists Annual Exhibition. If any of these pieces are sold, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Curlew Action.

Find out more: wire-smith.co.uk/about.php

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · Sep 8

We are looking for people who can help us spread the word about what we do by representing us at events, talking about us to your network and sharing your love for Curlews.

If you've never done anything like this before, don't worry, we want to speak to anyone passionate about Curlews and nature!

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · Sep 8

Do you want to be a voice for Curlews?

We are starting our search for our brand new Curlew Action ambassadors and would love to speak to you!

Fill in this form to apply: forms.office.com/e/jNBgni5p2m

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Curlew Action @curlewaction.bsky.social · Sep 4

How dreamy is this Curlew by Sarah Brabbin?

This Curlew could be yours and there is only one available! Visit our Aviva fundraising site now to support Curlew Action.

The best news is, Aviva Community Fund will match your donation!

www.avivacommunityfund.co.uk/p/curlew-fie...

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